Inventory Management Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY Assists the clinical, reimbursement, and operations teams in the areas of purchasing and inventory management. Serves as a company resource for questions relating to product selection, contract utilization, inventory control, accounts payable related to inventory, and reimbursement for purchased goods. TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Understands and adheres to all applicable state, local and federal laws and/or regulations, as well as company policies and procedures. Evaluates purchasing contracts and selects products that minimize cost of inventory while maximizing reimbursement. Checks and maintains inventory levels and places inventory orders. Monitors item usage and makes recommendations for adjustments to standard levels that assist in avoiding stock out situations and keep inventory levels as low as can be safely tolerated. Assists in achieving cost effectiveness in purchasing and inventory control. Processes purchase orders and order receipt. Maintain purchase order files and processes invoices. Updates supply records and pricing in electronic medical record(s). Trains other team members on inventory control and maintenance. Assists with physical inventory activities and reports results to direct supervisor and senior management team members as directed. Responsible for researching any discrepancies. Meets with vendor representatives as needed. Assists in ensuring proper drug, supply, and equipment codes are assigned and communicated to reimbursement and clinical departments. Checks for expired/unusable products and disposes of them properly. Reviews product recalls and responds to requests for recall information. Coordinates product returns, as necessary. Receives orders into warehouse and enters products into inventory in an orderly and efficient manner. Responds to requests promptly and ensures that critical supplies are available as needed. Assists in ordering and receiving home medical equipment. Create reports and analyze data on inventory utilization, ordering and adjustments at request of senior management leaders. Other duties as assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTS Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Experience: Minimum of three years’ experience in alternate site/home health. Minimum of two years’ experience in purchasing and inventory control. Miscellaneous: Strong computer skills required. #J-18808-Ljbffr UW Health